2026 Agenda
What’s Next Is Already Here: AI, Compliance, and the MSP Owner’s Readiness Check
The MSP industry is at a pivotal moment. AI is reshaping what’s possible, and compliance is rewriting the rules—both landing at the same time and accelerating faster than anyone expected. These shifts aren’t just trends; they’re game-changers. The question is: Are you ready for what’s next, or still catching up on the last big thing?
This 60-minute peer group session is designed to help MSP owners get real about where they actually stand on cybersecurity, AI, and compliance. Guided by Steve Alexander, CEO of MSP-Ignite, this closed-door session creates space for honest, peer-level conversations about what’s working, what has gaps, and what’s coming next. Whether you attended Monday’s 3-hour MSP Peer Group or not, this session will help you address AI, compliance and a readiness check.
Every few years, the industry hits an inflection point that changes everything. Cloud transformed delivery models. Cybersecurity raised the stakes. AI is unlocking new opportunities. And compliance is already reshaping client expectations, insurance requirements, and regulatory pressure. But what makes this moment different is that AI and compliance are landing simultaneously, creating a unique challenge—and opportunity—for MSPs that recognize it early.
This session isn’t about surface-level advice or theoretical trends. It’s a practical, working conversation about whether your MSP is positioned for what’s already here and what’s coming next. You’ll hear from peers navigating the same challenges, share insights on what’s moving the needle, and pressure-test your readiness for the two biggest shifts hitting the industry at the same time.
What You’ll Gain:
- An honest assessment of where your MSP stands on cybersecurity, compliance, and AI readiness.
- Peer insight into what’s actually driving results and what still needs work.
- A clearer picture of how compliance pressure is already changing client and carrier expectations.
- Practical strategies for prioritizing when multiple shifts are hitting at once.
Session Details:
- Duration: 60 minutes
- Format: Closed-door peer group discussion, facilitated by a professional peer group leader.
- Eligibility: MSP owners only (5–50 employees preferred). Walk-ups may not be accepted.
Limited capacity. Pre-registration recommended. Must meet qualifications. Walk-ups may not be accepted.